What we’re about
Are you looking for fun social activities/meetups in Wellington and want to make new friends? Join and read more!
We are Hey mates - A platform that hosts fun in-person social events. Not like the ones that you’ve been in past; we really focus on delivering a great experience and creating a safe space where you can truly connect with others and have fun.
Don't take our word for it - feedback.heymates.com/wall
Our socials are PAID for a reason. We are offering value for people who are looking for:
- Great in-person experience.
- Inclusive and culturally open community.
- A space where you can truly connect with others, share stories and have fun - EVERY SINGLE TIME!
We exist for individuals who HAVEN'T had good experiences or found an inclusive space.
Some of the symptoms you might have experienced at other events:
- felt like an outsider - breaking into an existing group
- felt ignored and was just left to you to figure it out.
- people had specific views and beliefs (weren't open to other cultures or views)
- Host were too focused on actual activity vs making sure everyone was socially connected.
- the group was so big that you felt lost
- the overall experience was average or less than ideal.
Our key differentiator is EXPERIENCE and INCLUSION of cultures + Diversity:
- Events run by kind and trusted hosts
- Facilitated and co-ordinated events
- High confidence, 98% attendee show-up rate.
- Over 30% of users attend more than twice.
- Small groups, better outcomes. (max. 15 attendees per event)
- See Familiar faces and reconnect over repeat activities - build trust and long-term friendships.
If you're not finding an opportunity or an event/activity you love, host one and open yourself to meeting new people!
Hosting is Free with us - no need to pay $100+ to meetup subscriptions.
If you ask how follow these steps:
- Create an account: https://heymates.com/sign-up/
- Fill out this form to indicate what activity you would like to do: heymates.com/host-activity
- If you just want to talk, send us an email - info@heymates.com or text 0221860690. :)
If you have come this far? Thank you for reading. <3
Join an activity today and support our mission.
Have fun making new connections and quality friends.
See you out there!
Upcoming events (4+)
See all- 20-30s Queer Book Club - LAUNCHWellington CBD, Wellington
Looking to connect with fellow Queer book lovers over great stories, rich conversation, and good food?
🎟️ RSVP here: heymates.com/wellington-central/lgbtqia-book-club/
😵 Attendance is managed via Hey mates. 👆 $6.25 activity fee.
✅️ Meeting spot is shared with confirmed attendees via email.
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⭐ Join this community event hosted by Annika! ⭐
Come spend your Saturday afternoon with a vibrant community of readers who love diving deep into queer literature and sharing ideas in a relaxed, social setting.
We’ll explore books by LGBTQIA+ authors and stories that reflect the diversity, beauty, and complexity of queer lives — from bold fiction to powerful memoirs and beyond.
Our first session we’ll learn what everyone likes to read and decide on a book for the next month!
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RSVP is a must! https://heymates.com
People in your group are there to socialise, connect and have fun. Who knows? You might just discover your new BFF!
If you have any questions please comment down below or send me a message.
See you there!
Not open - Let's play Catan! 🏠 🪵Wellington CBD, Wellington
If you always wanted to try Catan or are a seasoned strategist, come and join us for a friendly game!
🎟️ RSVP here: https://heymates.com/wellington/catan/
😵 Attendance is managed via Hey mates. 👆 $12.50 activity fee.
✅️ Meeting spot is shared with confirmed attendees via email.
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⭐ Join this community event hosted by Alex! ⭐
Hey everyone! Come and play Catan with us in a relaxed setting. Whether you're a pro or completely new to the game, you're welcome to join. We'll have some icebreaker activities before the game starts to have abit of chat and get to know people.
⭐ What to Expect ⭐
- A fun and casual game session featuring Catan.
- A chance to meet new people and test your strategy skills.
- All levels welcome—rules will be explained for beginners.
- If we have a bigger group, we’ll set up multiple games.
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FAQs:
📌 Q: I'm bad with these games (don't know at all how to play) can I come?
A: Don't let the game scare you, we will take you through all the rules and play the game slowly. Our goal here is to create a safe social space where you can connect with other attendees while you learn the ropes and enjoy. We won't put you at a Pro table. We have beginer friendly table on which we'll run a game.If you simply want to watch, you're welcome to or team up with someone new and get acquainted.
📌 Q: Can I come alone?
A: Absolutely! In fact, most people actually come by themselves. The whole point is to meet new people and everyone is in the same boat so it's a very warm and welcoming environment.📌 Q: Are all welcome?
A: YES! All genders and age ranges are welcome (min. 18+).------------------------------------------------------------
RSVP is a must! https://heymates.com
People in your group are there to socialise, connect and have fun. Who knows? You might just discover your new BFF!
If you have any questions please comment down below or send me a message.
See you there!
Not open - Hey mates | Board Games FridayWellington CBD, Wellington
Join us to play some easy, fun and interactive games. Not hard or long ones!
🎟️ RSVP here: https://heymates.com/wellington/wlgbg/
😵 Attendance is managed via Hey mates. 👆 $12.50 activity fee.
✅️ Meeting spot is shared with confirmed attendees via email.
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Description: Want a wholesome night in with a bunch of new friends where you can play board games, have a chat and enjoy good food?
Join us to play some easy, fun, social and interactive games fortnightly. Not hard brain-frying long ones!We will play a few popular titles like Codenames, Anomia, Tsuro (easy, wonderful socializer games), and whichever ones group wants to play!
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FAQs:📌 Q: I'm bad at or don't like board games?
A: When I say board games, I don't mean Dungeons and Dragons (no shade!). We will be playing stuff like Codenames, Herd Mentality and other EASY to-pick-up games. And if you don't want to play, that's fine too, just come hang out :)📌 Q: Can I come alone?
A: Absolutely! In fact, most people actually come by themselves. The whole point is to meet new people and everyone is in the same boat so it's a very warm and welcoming environment.📌 Q: Are all welcome?
A: YES! All genders and age ranges are welcome (min. 18+).------------------------------------------------------------
RSVP is a must! https://heymates.com
People in your group are there to socialise, connect and have fun. Who knows? You might just discover your new BFF!
If you have any questions please comment down below or send me a message.
See you there!
Not open - Coffee, Walk & Talk ☺️Wellington CBD, Wellington
Join us for a relaxed morning of good coffee, light walks, and great conversations!
🎟️ RSVP here: heymates.com/wellington/brunch
🧐 Attendance is managed via Hey mates. 👆 $6.25 supports the platform.
✅️ Meeting spot is shared via email once you have RSVP'd above.
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⭐ Join this community event hosted by Dhruv! ⭐
From Dhruv: Hey everyone! Let’s start the day with a warm cup of coffee, a refreshing walk, and some good chats.
This is a casual and welcoming space to meet new people, enjoy the outdoors, and connect over shared stories. Whether you’re up for deep conversations or just some light-hearted company, I’d love to see you there!
What to Expect
- Delicious coffee or hot beverage.
- Nice relaxed walking route with good company and chats.
- A chance to connect with new people in a relaxed setting.
- No set agenda—just easygoing conversations and fresh air.
You'll get one prompt card each, so you can ask the new person that question if you're stuck or want to get to know them beyond small talk.
Looking forward to walking, talking, and sharing a coffee with you! ☕️
See you there! ✨
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